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The Art of Still Life Photography

Mark Battista
The Art of Still Life Photography


Mark Battista will discuss the “Art of Still Life Photography” and share his approach for creating images that tell a story, communicate an idea and express a mood.

Through this presentation you’ll be inspired to create impactful still-life imagery through the use of simple tools such as natural light, single light flashes and constant light. Emphasis will be placed on how to modify light and use directional light to create drama. 


Slideshow
Speaker 22-03 Battista
Still Life can be done in a small space within your home using objects that are readily accessible. The concept of “shooting with intention” will be addressed in order for one to take control of the creative process from selecting props, arranging them in a pleasing composition, using light effectively to direct the eye through the image and create a center of interest. Strategies to tell a story and create a mood will be shared in order to make better decisions regarding lighting and design.

Topics covered will include:
• A brief history of Still Life imagery and inspiration.
• Composition For Impact
• Shooting with Intent
• Lighting
• Light Options: Speedlight, window light and constant light
• Creating a Hierarchy of Interest
• Working Through a Shot
• Creating a Series/ Finding Inspiration


Speaker 22-03 Battista Headshot
Biography:
 Mark Battista is a painter and fine art photographer specializing in portrait and still life photography. He graduated from Paier College of with a B.F.A. After working for several years as a fine artist and illustrator, Mark received a M.S. in Art Education degree from S.C.S.U and has served in the West Haven School System as an art teacher for the past 35 years. He continues to work as a painter and photographer, and teaches workshops and one-on-one tutoring throughout the U.S. He recently presented several days of workshops at the New England Camera Club Council’s Annual Conference at UMASS College at Amherst.

Mark's artwork and photography has been internationally recognized and has won awards from organizations such as the Salmagundi Art Club in NYC, the New York Center for Photographic Arts, the American Artists Professional League and the CT Watercolor Society. He recently won the Grand Prize and Second Place in an international exhibit through nyc4pa.

Mark is an elected member of the Salmagundi Club, as well as the American Artist Professional League, and the American Watercolor Society. He is represented by the Salmagundi Club in NYC and the Niantic Bay Gallery in Niantic, CT.

Visit Mark's website at:  www.markbattista.com

Registration is required for this virtual presentation.  Registration is FREE for LVPC members, $10.00 nonrefundable fee for non-members. A link to the video recording of the presentation will be emailed to all registrants, both members and non-members, within a week following the meeting. To signup, click the "Register Now" button above and to the right. Connection information will be included in your registration confirmation and in follow-up reminder emails.

When:
Thursday, March 17, 2022, 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM
Where:
Zoom Meeting
Additional Info:
Category:
Member Meeting
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